Summer’s here, the days feel a little slower (or longer, depending on nap schedules), and it’s a great time to mix up your routine with something fun. Whether you’re looking to cool off indoors, meet other moms, or just give your kids something new to explore, this week has a full lineup of events for families with young children.
A few quick updates before we dive in:
– Columbia Parks and Recreation released their June calendar, and several of their events have been added to the monthly calendar. Since the release didn’t include times or descriptions, those events won’t be included in the weekly guide until more details are available.
– aMUSE’um’s Art Station and Science Station are on break for the summer and will return in the fall. In the meantime, they’ve added an extra Tinkering Station and a new Bubble Fun program.
– The Homestead Festival is sold out this weekend. If that’s part of your plans, you may already be juggling a full schedule. If not, there’s still plenty happening around town.
– More activities may pop up as the week goes on, so check back in case anything new is added.
Friday and Saturday are especially full with local favorites like First Friday and Strolling on 6th, plus Touch-a-Truck, the Color Our World summer reading kickoff, and a huge bounce house celebration in Spring Hill.
Let’s take a look at what’s happening, one day at a time:
Monday, June 2
A gentle start to the week with storytime, baby time, and a hands-on session at the museum.
🍼 Baby Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library
Time: 9:30–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A gentle, interactive session for babies ages 0–2 and their caregivers. Includes songs, simple movement, and playtime.
📖 Family Storytime
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for young children and their caregivers.
🧪 Tinkering Station
Location: aMUSE’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11 AM–12 PM
Cost: $10 per child (free for members; one adult free per child, additional adults $5)
Description: Hands-on, parent-led activities that encourage kids to explore, create, and problem-solve through playful experimentation. Parent or guardian assistance required.
Tuesday, June 3
Movement, stories, and bubbles — Tuesday has something for both toddlers and preschoolers.
👟 Stroller Workout and Walk
Location: Riverwalk Park (Columbia)
Time: 9–10 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A parent-and-child fitness meetup mixing light cardio, strength exercises, and a group stroller walk. All fitness levels welcome.
📚 Toddler Story Time
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Lively storytime with songs, fingerplays, and movement for toddlers and their grown-ups, promoting early literacy and motor skills.
🫧 Bubble Fun
Location: aMUSE’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11 AM–12 PM
Cost: $10 per child (free for members; one adult free per child, additional adults $5)
Description: Kids can create giant bubbles, make their own wands, and enjoy interactive bubble stations. Parent or guardian assistance required.
Wednesday, June 4
Midweek brings special storytimes in both Columbia and Spring Hill, plus more hands-on museum fun.
📘 Preschool Story Time
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Storytime with books, songs, and activities to help prepare children (ages 3–5) for kindergarten.
📖 Summer Story Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library
Time: 10–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Join Nashville performer Rachel Rodriguez for a storytime with music and Spanish learning. Kids will sing along, build vocabulary, and explore language through original songs.
🧪 Tinkering Station
Location: aMUSE’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11 AM–12 PM
Cost: $10 per child (free for members; one adult free per child, additional adults $5)
Description: Hands-on, parent-led activities that encourage kids to explore, create, and problem-solve through playful experimentation. Parent or guardian assistance required.
Thursday, June 5
A full morning of baby-focused activities, from storytime to playtime to bubble fun.
👶 Baby Story Time
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 10 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Gentle storytime for babies (ages 0–18 months) and caregivers featuring rhymes, simple stories, and music to encourage early language development.
🧸 Baby Play Date
Location: Maury County Public Library (Columbia)
Time: 11 AM
Cost: Free
Description: A sensory-rich play session where parents and babies can meet, explore toys, and enjoy social time together. Geared toward infants and young toddlers.
🫧 Bubble Fun
Location: aMUSE’um Children’s Museum (Columbia)
Time: 11 AM–12 PM
Cost: $10 per child (free for members; one adult free per child, additional adults $5)
Description: Kids can create giant bubbles, make their own wands, and enjoy interactive bubble stations. Parent or guardian assistance required.
Friday, June 6
Start the day with art in the park and spend the evening downtown at two great community events.
🎨 Art in the Park
Location: Maury County Park (Columbia)
Time: 9–11 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Join the Maury County Public Library for messy art fun. Kids should wear clothes they don’t mind getting dirty.
🌱 Firefly Garden Club: Soil & Pollinators
Location: 1127 S High St, Columbia
Time: 10–11 AM
Cost: $22 per session
Description: Learn about soil, build a compost bin, and make an edible dirt snack in this hands-on garden club session for kids ages 4 and up. Sign up on the Villages Child Development website.
🚶♀️ Strolling on 6th
Location: 100–106 West 6th Street (Columbia)
Time: 5–8 PM
Cost: Free
Description: A community block party hosted by Maury Alliance, Title Associates of Columbia, and RE/MAX Encore. Includes live music by Tony Malugin, food trucks, sweet treats, giveaways, games, business pop-ups, and a large lawn for families. Bring a chair or blanket and stay awhile.
🌍 First Fridays – Culture Quest
Location: Downtown Columbia
Time: 5–8 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Columbia Main Street’s June First Friday event features the theme “Culture Quest – Heritage Celebrations.” Enjoy live music, food trucks, local artists, late-night shopping, cultural displays, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Hosted by Columbia Main Street and the City of Columbia.
Saturday, June 7
From markets to music to bounce houses and trucks to climb, Saturday is packed from morning to evening.
🥕 Columbia Farmers’ Market
Location: Riverwalk Park (Columbia)
Time: 8 AM–12 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Shop for fresh local produce and artisan goods and enjoy the community atmosphere.
👶 Baby Time (Spring Hill)
Location: Spring Hill Public Library
Time: 9:30–10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Description: Rhymes, songs, books, and movement designed for babies from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Includes brief playtime.
🚒 Touch-a-Truck & Summer Reading Kick-Off
Location: Mt. Pleasant Public Library
Time: 10 AM–12 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Explore real fire trucks, work trucks, and other vehicles up close. Enjoy food trucks, hands-on activities, and a fun community gathering. This event also kicks off the “Color Our World” summer reading program for the Maury County and Mount Pleasant libraries, with themed events continuing at select locations all month long.
🧺 Hidden Gems Farmers Market
Location: 863 Old Military Rd (Spring Hill)
Time: 11 AM–2 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Spring Hill’s weekly market with local produce, food trucks, and family-friendly atmosphere.
🎉 Hill Fest 2025: Bounce House Bash
Location: Fischer Park (Spring Hill)
Time: 2–7 PM
Cost: Free
Description: Hill Fest features bounce houses, obstacle courses, inflatable games, mini golf, a live DJ, food trucks, and a daytime fireworks show to close out the event.
🛩️ Bonus Event (Out of Town): The Great Tennessee Air Show
Location: Smyrna Airport
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, June 7–8
Tickets: Online only; children 3 and under are free
Description: The 2025 show features the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, with precision flying and aerial stunts. While it’s more than a 30-minute drive, it’s a popular weekend outing for families.
Wrapping Up the Week
Whether you’re easing into summer with morning storytimes or going all out with bounce houses, block parties, and bubbles, this week offers so many ways to enjoy time with your kids, meet up with friends, and make new memories. With events happening nearly every day in Columbia, Spring Hill, and Mount Pleasant, there’s something to look forward to no matter what your routine looks like.
Don’t forget — the “Color Our World” summer reading program is now open for signups through the Maury County and Mount Pleasant Public Libraries. There will be themed activities throughout the month at select locations, so keep an eye out for event details and chances to join in the fun.
As always, more events may pop up, so check back here for updates. And if you head to anything listed, I’d love to hear how it went!
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